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HR15 BOS

2016 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

142,038 mi
Last recorded142,038 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHR15 BOS
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 142,038 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2025 138,603 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 135,099 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 130,380 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2024 130,380 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2024 128,075 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 125,654 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 120,405 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 114,200 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 87,576 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 58,815 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 44,681 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 44,537 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 32,142 miles

front undertrays loose and middle part missing

How Reliable is the BMW 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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HR15 BOS is a 2016 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2016 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 62,606 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HR15 BOS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 10 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HR15 BOS?

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What year was HR15 BOS registered?

HR15 BOS is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 30 April 2016.

Is HR15 BOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for HR15 BOS shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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